What's up for January 2017? Here's when, where to look up in the night sky this month (Watch video)
The new year started with a beautiful view of the moon, Venus and Mars on January 1st, 2nd and 3rd.
Jan 16, 2017, 11:45 AM IST
Are volcanoes on Venus still active today? Study observes eruption and lava flow!
This discovery was made after researchers carried out a thorough study of the images taken of the surface of Venus where supposed signs of lava flow were seen.
Oct 20, 2016, 23:10 PM IST
Venus-Jupiter conjunction on August 27: Viewing tips! (Watch)
Stargazers will be treated to a spectacular celestial show this weekend, the Venus-Jupiter conjunction.
Aug 24, 2016, 10:44 AM IST
NASA new climate modelling suggests Venus could have supported life
Ancient Venus had more dry land overall than Earth, especially in the tropics.
Aug 13, 2016, 09:58 AM IST
We could've lived on Venus, not Earth!
The researchers maintain that minor evolutionary changes could have altered the fates of both Earth and Venus in ways that scientists may soon be able to model through observation of other solar systems, particularly ones in the process of forming, according to scientist Adrian Lenardic.
Jul 06, 2016, 17:46 PM IST
Men are from Mars and women from Venus, indeed – Here’s a proof
The findings suggest gender influences the way people express themselves on Facebook.
May 26, 2016, 13:21 PM IST
Pluto’s interaction with solar wind is unique: Study
A new study has revealed that the dwarf planet Pluto's interaction with the solar wind is unique.
May 05, 2016, 10:36 AM IST
Scientists make surprising discovery about Venus!
Final data returned from the fatal plunge revealed some fascinating facts about Venus.
Apr 26, 2016, 17:16 PM IST
Is this for real? A 'Monster' alligator killed in Florida
Farm officials believe the alligator was attacking cattle, local media reported.
Apr 08, 2016, 09:39 AM IST
Watch: Five bright planets aligning in a rare celestial spectacle!
The best time to view the rare celestial spectacle is just before dawn.
Feb 01, 2016, 11:24 AM IST
Watch: 5 planets to be visible from Earth with naked eye!
Skygazers will get a celestial treat on January 20 i.e. Wednesday during the morning hours.
Jan 20, 2016, 13:44 PM IST
Japan's probe sends back first pictures of Earth's twin 'Venus'
JAXA released the triumphant images of Venus taken by its planetary probe Akatsuki.
Dec 10, 2015, 11:26 AM IST
Japanese space probe Akatsuki enters Venus orbit on second attempt
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) on Wednesday confirmed that the country's maiden mission to Venus, Akatsuki, has successfully swung into the Venusian orbit.
Dec 10, 2015, 10:29 AM IST
Japanese probe fires thrusters to enter Venus's orbit
Carrying six types of observation equipment, Akatsuki is designed to study the thick clouds shrouding Venus in three dimensions and how its strong winds cause an atmospheric phenomenon known as super-rotation, in which the atmosphere rotates much faster than the planet.
Dec 07, 2015, 16:02 PM IST
Watch: Rare conjunction of Venus, Mars & Jupiter this week
The best time to see the rare alignment is just before sunrise towards the east, all over in the world.
Oct 27, 2015, 14:09 PM IST
New NASA missions to Venus and near-earth objects by 2020
In its quest to explore Venus, near-earth objects and bizarre metal asteroids, the US space agency has zeroed on five key science investigations among 27 proposals through its ambitious Discovery programme.
Oct 01, 2015, 12:51 PM IST
